Director, Financial Reporting

A Moving Experience.

Do you have a passion for pushing the boundaries of innovation? Are you excited about AI’s potential to improve the human experience? Then come join the ride!

 
Who is Cerence ai? 
Cerence ai is the global leader in AI for transportation, specialized in building AI and voice-powered companions for cars, two-wheelers, and more that enable people to focus on what matters most. With over 500 million cars shipped with Cerence ai technology, we partner with leading automakers (such as Volkswagen, Mercedes, Audi, Toyota and many more), mobility providers, and technology companies to power intuitive, integrated experiences that create safer, more connected, and more enjoyable journeys for drivers and passengers alike. 

Our Driving Force 
Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI innovation, working around the globe with headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts, USA and 16 other offices across Europe, Asia, and North America. We bring together diverse backgrounds and varied skill sets with the shared goal of advancing the next generation of transportation user experiences. Our culture is customer-centric, collaborative, fast-paced and fun, with continuous opportunities for learning and development to support your career growth. 

We’re looking for an exceptional Director Financial Reporting on our Finance team who is ready to drive the future of mobility with us! 

Interested in overseeing the preparation and distribution of all periodic financial statements for external use, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SEC reporting guidelines? This role involves managing the financial reporting process, including quarterly and annual reports, and collaborating with senior management to provide strategic financial insights.

Your Impact

• Oversee the preparation of global financial statements, including quarterly and annual reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and local regulatory requirements for multiple regions.
• Lead the consolidation of financial data from international subsidiaries.
• Manage internal control procedures to ensure accuracy and safeguard financial assets.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting needs and strategic decision-making.
• Act as a liaison for external auditors and coordinate audits globally.
• Perform technical accounting research and implement new reporting requirements.
• Present financial insights and trends to senior management and business stakeholders.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in financial reporting, with experience in global organizations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and SEC reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment

Remote USA Position

• Salary range of $ 158,600.00 - 253,600.00 USD Annual. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. The actual salary will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors. 

• In order to attract the very best talent, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package (in addition to base salary) that includes the following: 
  • Annual bonus opportunity 
  • Insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability) 
  • Paid time off 
  • Paid holidays 
  • 401(k) plan with company match 
  • Equity-based awards for some positions and levels 
  • Remote and/or hybrid work available depending on position 
  • All compensation and benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the underlying plans or programs, as applicable and as may be amended, terminated or superseded from time to time.

Cerence Inc. (Nasdaq: CRNC and www.cerence.com) is the global industry leader in creating unique, moving experiences for the automotive world. Spun out from Nuance in October 2019, Cerence is a new, independent company that has quickly gained traction as a leader in the automotive voice assistant space, working with all of the world’s leading automakers – from Ford and Fiat Chrysler to Daimler, Audi and BMW to Geely and SAIC – to transform how a car feels, responds and learns. Its track record is built on more than 20 years of industry experience and leadership and more than 500 million cars on the road today across more than 70 languages.  

As Cerence looks to the future and continues an ambitious growth agenda, we need someone to join the team and help build the future of voice and AI in cars. This is an exciting opportunity to join Cerence’s passionate, dedicated, global team and be a part of meaningful innovation in a rapidly growing industry. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Cerence is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, genetic information and other protected classifications. Cerence Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.

All prospective and current Employees need to remain vigilant when it comes to executing security policies in the workplace. This includes:

- Following workplace security protocols and training programs to familiarize with the ways to maintain a safe workplace.
- Following security procedures to report any suspicious activity.
- Having respect for corporate security procedures to allow those procedures to be effective.
- Adhering to company's compliance and regulations.
- Encouraging to follow a zero tolerance for workplace violence.

- Basic knowledge of information security and data privacy requirements (e.g., how to protect data & how to be handling this data).

- Demonstrative knowledge of information security through internal training programs.